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Asgardians of the Galaxy: Thor: Ragnarok Takes Comedic Jaunt Across the Cosmos

Posted on November 2, 2017 by Kevin Moreau

Review by Curt Holman If you’re an amateur scholar of Norse mythology; if you’re a longtime follower of Marvel comic book continuity; if you’re a fan of the supporting players in the “Thor” feature films – be aware that Thor: … Continue reading →

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Doctor Strange Conjures a Magical Vision of Familiar Marvel Superheroics

Posted on November 4, 2016 by Kevin Moreau

Review by Curt Holman The movies of the Marvel Cinematic Universe follow the same narrative patterns so faithfully, they resemble paint-by-numbers kits. Fortunately for Doctor Strange, the series’ 14th entry, it’s as if the painter were a mad genius in … Continue reading →

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X-Men: Apocalypse Finds Venerable Mutant Franchise Running on Fumes

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Kevin Moreau

Review by Curt Holman “Mutation – it is the key to our evolution,” announced Patrick Stewart’s Professor Xavier in the introductory monologue of 2000’s X-Men. As a film franchise, the X-Men movies have evolved in fits and starts. The first took … Continue reading →

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Captain America: Civil War Shows the Joy of Building Up Worlds – and Tearing Them Down

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Kevin Moreau

Review by Curt Holman They may be massive global hits, but the films of the Marvel Cinematic Universe aren’t for everyone. While on vacation in 2014, my family went to see Guardians of the Galaxy. By the time Star-Lord and … Continue reading →

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